IKON.IQ offers free nail kits to Ukrainian refugee techs
By Rebecca Hitchon | 10 April 2022 | Movers & Shakers, News
Swedish developer and manufacturer of hypoallergenic professional nail products, IKON.IQ Nails, is offering free nail starter kits to refugee nail technicians from Ukraine.
The kits include gels, gel polishes and essential nail tools.
At the time of writing, IKON.IQ has delivered over 80 starter kits to those fleeing the Russia-Ukraine conflict since the campaign’s launch on 20 March 2022, exceeding the original 50 kits that were planned to be sent out.
“Most refugees left Ukraine in a state of confusion and shock, often only able to bring one suitcase or bag and having to leave their nail products and tools behind,” comments IKON.IQ’s founder, Robert Giblett.
“Many face weeks or even months in refugee centres and for many it would take years for them to learn the local language, verify their education certificates and find paid work.”
“We want to provide them with the ability to help themselves and their children, offer services to other Russian/Ukrainian speakers, retain their skills, feel a sense of self-worth and receive kindness from the nail industry.”
IKON.IQ’s starter kits offering follows the brand’s decision in March to donate 10% of all sales to local charities in Ukraine, with customers also receiving a 10% discount to thank them for their support.
Robert Giblett commented: “IKON.IQ Nails has trained thousands of nail technicians in Ukraine since 2009. We have sponsored competitions and been honoured to judge at national competitions. We have travelled to nearly every major city in Ukraine and have many friends, colleagues and customers who are suffering at this time. Helping local charities that we know and trust, who can support the most needy, is the minimum that we can do.”
To receive a free IKON.IQ starter kit, Ukrainian nail technicians should contact IKON.IQ’s customer service manager, Mariana, on Whatsapp (+49 162 3543976) or by email (help@ikoniqnails.com) writing in Ukrainian, Russian or English. This offer is restricted to nail professionals and an Instagram account or certificate should be provided for verification.